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Preschool Special Education Consultant, SSTR5
ESC of Eastern Ohio
ESC of Eastern Ohio - Canfield, Ohio This job is also posted in
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Job Details
Job ID:
5787942
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Job Description
Position Title:
Preschool Special Education Consultant Category:
Certified; Bargaining Unit ineligible; FLSA exempt.
Contract:
Annual one-year limited contract; employment contract ends annually on June 30; employment contract specifies that no notice of non-renewal is required; employment contract is contingent upon availability of ODE grant funding to the ESCEO; contract days as determined by the Governing Board; other terms and conditions of employment as per the Governing Board policies and procedures.
Compensation:
Salary, insurance coverage, and fringe benefits as per the current Board adopted policies and schedules, with placement for granted education, experience, and responsibility.
Education/Degree:
A Master's degree or higher in special education, or in one of the following areas with a focus, concentration, or licensure in special education or a related service area (i.e., speech language pathology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, school psychology): early childhood education, elementary education, child development, family studies, curriculum and instruction, education administration and/or leadership, psychology, assessment and evaluation.
Reports to: Director, SSTR5
Supervises:
N/A
Job Goal:
Support local education agencies with implementation of preschool special education services and supports in compliance with
IDEA B 619
Qualifications:
The following qualifications are considered guidelines:
Valid Ohio administrative or supervisory certificate/license.
Successful experiences in the leadership of staff and programs, especially those related to school improvement, special education, curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
At least three years of relevant experience providing support and/or services to those who work with preschool age children with disabilities, and working in one of the following capacities: administrator and/or supervisor, professional development provider, technical assistance provider, or teacher mentor.
Experience in providing support and technical assistance with IDEA Compliance Monitoring.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide high-quality professional development and coaching for district/school personnel and families to support the implementation of statewide initiatives directed by ODE as outlined in the Grant Agreement.
Focused areas of deliverables include:
Literacy, Early Learning, Special Education, Inclusive Instructional Practices, School Improvement, PBIS, and Family and Community Engagement.
Provide high-quality professional development and coaching on Ohio's school improvement process, tools and resources for district/school leaders and leadership teams to build their capacity to improve instructional practices and student learning across the 321 student population with a focus on students with disabilities and other vulnerable youth.
Provide high-quality professional development and coaching for district and school leadership to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and mandates in an effort to sustain effective systems that address opportunity and performance gaps.
Engage in the development, articulation, implementation, and monitoring of regional continuous improvement plans including submission of any required data for state and regional accountability based on the Grant Agreement Deliverables.
Adhere to DCY policies and procedures and support DCY's goals and mission.
Respond to requests from DCY Preschool Special Education (PSE) team to provide input on special education related rules, guidance, resources, trainings, projects and/or surveys.
Attend a national early childhood conference at least once every three years.
Conduct a needs assessment to identify the areas in which an educational agency needs targeted support, training, professional development and/or coaching. The assessment areas must include, but are not limited, to the following:
Provide professional development and training based upon the outcome of the needs assessment.
Provide support and coaching to preschool supervisors based upon the outcome of the needs assessment.
Facilitate quarterly meetings with preschool supervisors, ensuring that preschool special education topics are addressed.
Provide support to educational agencies with early childhood transition and the development, review, and/or revision of the early transition interagency agreement (IDEA Part C to IDEA Part B transition).
Provide support to educational agencies required to participate in the Preschool IDEA Monitoring Process. Support includes, but is not limited to:
Provide support to educational agencies that have a required action within the Special Education Profile regarding Indicator 12 Early Childhood Transitions.
All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
REQUIRED ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND BEHAVIORS
Follow all policies, rules, and regulations of the ESCEO.
Is regular and prompt in attendance.
Seeks opportunities to improve skills and grow professionally.
Prepares an annual professional development plan that links professional growth with ESCEO and other assigned goals.
Attends and actively participates in all required/assigned training sessions, meetings, and other responsibilities.
Provides quality service to both internal and external colleagues and customers.
Seeks opportunities to participate as a productive member of ESCEO, school district, and other committees and teams.
Generates internal and external support for ESCEO services.
Represents the ESCEO and its service schools with professionalism at all times.
Demonstrates at all times integrity and ethical behavior.
Responds quickly to directions for improvement from supervisors.
Maintains confidentiality in all job-related discussions and communications.
OTHER EXPECTATIONS
Possess a valid state-issued driver's license and/or government-issued ID.
Reads, analyzes, and interprets data and reports.
Writes reports, correspondence, and other appropriate communique.
Presents information and responds to questions effectively and efficiently.
Prioritizes tasks, requirements, and expectations to perform to a standard of absolute excellence in leadership and service.
IDEA including Least Restrictive Environment, Itinerant Services, Child Outcomes Summary, Part C to B transition, Evaluation Team Report (ETR) and Individualized Education Program (IEP) writing processes, Play Based Assessment, inclusive classroom strategies, and Ohio's Operating Standards for Children with Disabilities.
Evidence-based processes and instructional practices, including development and implementation of academic and behavior supports.
Early childhood development.
Universal design for learning and differentiated instruction.
Coaching and consultation skills.
Implementation and monitoring of improvement efforts.
Delivery of high-quality professional learning and technical assistance.
Early childhood education curriculum, preschool special education, early education preschool to grade three or other early childhood settings such as Head Start or community-based child care;
Specially designed instruction and provision of free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment (special education).
Parent, family and community engagement.
SKILLS:
Communication Clear verbal and written communication with colleagues, parents, families and educators.
Collaboration and Teamwork Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams or groups, share ideas, and support team or group goals.
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence Understanding others' perspectives and responding appropriately, and accepting constructive criticism.
Conflict Resolution Handling disagreements constructively and maintaining positive relationships.
Active Listening Paying attention to details and showing respect for others' input.
Adaptability Adjusting communication style depending on audience or situation.
Leadership and Influence Inspiring and motivating others, even without formal authority.
Data Analysis and Interpretation Collect and organize information, identify patterns, trends, draw meaningful conclusions, and communicate insights that supports decision-making.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable. Duties may require bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment, up to 50 pounds.
Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
Duties may require using a computer keyboard and monitor.
Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.
Duties may require working extended hours.
Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
